Ethereum-based MMORPG Ember Sword, which once generated $203 million in NFT land sales, has shut down due to funding shortages. This marks another casualty in a growing trend of crypto game closures. Developer Bright Star Studios cited an inability to secure necessary capital in today’s challenging market.
- Ember Sword generated $203 million in NFT land sales during the 2021 metaverse boom but failed to secure ongoing funding.
- The game had high-profile advisors, including Blizzard's Rob Pardo and esports legend Dennis 'Thresh' Fong.
- Its shutdown follows a wave of crypto game closures, including Nyan Heroes and Deadrop, highlighting sector-wide financial challenges.
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